The Law Students’ Debating Society of Ireland
Cumann Díospóireachta Mhic Léinn Dlí na hÉireann
The Law Students’ Debating Society of Ireland (LSDSI) is a student–run body originally formed as a debating society in 1830. Over the years, it has evolved and now represents all facets of student life at King’s Inns. The LSDSI benefits from considerable support and direction of King’s Inns.
President: The Hon. Justice Donal O’Donnell, Chief Justice of Ireland
Vice–President: Charles Lysaght BL, Ex–Auditor
Auditor
Each year the student body elects an Auditor who assembles a committee with specific positions designated to oversee mooting, social activities, education and sports.
The Auditor, as well as convening committee meetings, hosts an Inaugural Address each year that is normally chaired by a judge of the Irish Courts.
Committee 2021 – 2022
Auditor: Aisling Bruen
Degree of Barrister–at–Law, Modular 2: Sofiya Kalinova, Michelle Flaherty and William Dunne
Degree of Barrister–at–Law, Modular 1: Paula Cassidy and Niall Williams
Degree of Barrister–at–Law, Full–time: Paul Maier and Fearghas O’Gabhan
Diploma in Legal Studies, Year 2: Lauren O’Brien
Diploma in Legal Studies, Year 1: James Kearney